1984 Lotus Etna vs. 1999 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 Rover 400 is newer by 15 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 1999 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 1999 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 400. (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 1999 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Etna | 400 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| 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 | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
