1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 1991 Lotus Esprit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 66.
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, 1991 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lotus Esprit | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Esprit | 66 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
