2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 295 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotus Esprit | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Esprit | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
