2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (240 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
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, 2005 Lotus Exige (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Exige | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
