1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 16 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 208 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva.
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, 2000 Opel Meriva, 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Etna | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| 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 | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
