1982 Lotus Esprit vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 1982 Lotus Esprit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 122. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 122 would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 122 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 122. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 122.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lotus Esprit | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
Make | Lotus | Volvo |
Model | Esprit | 122 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |