1971 Lotus Seven vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1971 Lotus Seven is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven. 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, 1962 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 1962 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Seven | 1962 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Seven | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
