2009 Lotus Exige vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 265 weights approximately 484 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige.
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, 1976 Volvo 265 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Exige | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Lotus | Volvo |
Model | Exige | 265 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |