1984 Lotus Etna vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 6 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 216 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400.
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, 1990 Rover 400, 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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Etna | 400 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
