1986 Lotus Excel vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1986 Lotus Excel is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Excel (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1986 Lotus Excel.
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 Excel (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lotus Excel | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Lotus | Volvo |
Model | Excel | 1800 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |