1986 Lotus Excel vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 24 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Excel. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 582 kg more than 1986 Lotus Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lotus Excel | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Excel | S80 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 67 L |
