2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 1136 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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Trajet | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Trajet | Europa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
