1962 Lotus Elite vs. 1971 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1971 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo P 1800 (116 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Volvo P 1800 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lotus Elite | 1971 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Elite | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1215 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
