1984 Lotus Etna vs. 1997 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Toyota Celica is newer by 13 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 217 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Celica.
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, 1997 Toyota Celica, 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 1997 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Etna | Celica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
