1984 Lotus Etna vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Etna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Etna 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 257 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Etna | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
