2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1970 Volvo 120
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 120.
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, 2007 Lotus Exige (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 120. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1970 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Exige | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
