2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 39 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Charger | Europa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
