2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 849 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 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Odyssey | Europa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |