1984 Lotus Etna vs. 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1984 Lotus Etna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Etna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lotus Etna | 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Etna | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |