2007 Acura RDX vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Acura | Lotus |
| Model | RDX | Europa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
