2002 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 954 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Accord | Europa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
