1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 1992 Volvo 240
To start off, 1992 Volvo 240 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 240 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lotus Esprit | 1992 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Lotus | Volvo |
Model | Esprit | 240 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |