1970 Lotus Seven vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1970 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 784 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Lotus Seven is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lotus Seven. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lotus Seven | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Seven | Touran |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |