1964 Lotus Elan vs. 1972 Volvo 140
To start off, 1972 Volvo 140 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lotus Elan (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 140. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 140 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1964 Lotus Elan.
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, 1972 Volvo 140 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Lotus Elan | 1972 Volvo 140 | |
Make | Lotus | Volvo |
Model | Elan | 140 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2610 mm |