1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 114 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1984 Lotus Etna has manual transmission. 1984 Lotus Etna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Etna | Korando |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
