2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1989 Volvo 244
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 244. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 244 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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, 2009 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 244. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 1989 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Lotus | Volvo |
Model | Elise | 244 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |