1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 21 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 177 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Etna | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
