1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 114 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lotus Etna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Etna | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
