1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 25 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 226 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Etna | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
