1986 Lotus Excel vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Excel (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lotus Excel | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Excel | V70 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
