2002 Lotus Elise vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (156 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Elise | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Elise | 360 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
