1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 22 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 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Lotus | Mahindra |
| Model | Etna | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
