1971 Lotus Seven vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 724 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.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Seven | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Seven | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
