2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 40 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 354 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Expedition | Europa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |