1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 24 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 217 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF.
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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Lotus | MG |
| Model | Etna | TF |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
