1980 Lotus Eclat vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1980 Lotus Eclat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Lotus Eclat (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Eclat | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Eclat | 240 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
