1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (139 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Because 1985 Lotus Excel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Lotus Excel (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lotus Excel | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Lotus | Volvo |
Model | Excel | S60 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |