1974 Lotus Eclat vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1974 Lotus Eclat is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lotus Eclat | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Lotus | Volvo |
Model | Eclat | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |