1984 Lotus Etna vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1984 Lotus Etna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercedes-Benz G 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 206 more horse power than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lotus Etna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 1981 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Etna | G |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
