1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 133 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Esprit | 220 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
