2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 37 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 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1965 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Envoy | Europa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
