1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2004 Scion tC
To start off, 2004 Scion tC is newer by 20 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 173 more horse power than 2004 Scion tC. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2004 Scion tC.
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, 2004 Scion tC, 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Scion tC. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 2004 Scion tC | |
| Make | Lotus | Scion |
| Model | Etna | tC |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 96 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
