1984 Lotus Etna vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1984 Lotus Etna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 1984 Lotus Etna is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Lotus Etna. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1984 Lotus Etna has manual transmission. 1984 Lotus Etna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Lotus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Etna | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 7444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3110 mm |
