1984 Lotus Etna vs. 1975 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1984 Lotus Etna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Skyline 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 246 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 1975 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Etna | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
