1984 Lotus Etna vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 7 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 229 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Etna | 100 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
