2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1882 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
Model | Discovery | Europa |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 78 HP |
Torque | 440 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |