1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 17 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 227 more horse power than 2001 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Toledo.
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, 2001 Seat Toledo, 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Toledo. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Etna | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 77.4 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 | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
