2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 480 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 480, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Exige | 480 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
