1986 Lotus Esprit vs. 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8
To start off, 1986 Lotus Esprit is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Esprit (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 97 kg more than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lotus Esprit | 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Esprit | PV 544 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
