1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia 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 193 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2006 Skoda Octavia, 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lotus | Skoda |
| Model | Etna | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| 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 | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
