1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 27 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Etna. (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1984 Lotus Etna.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1984 Lotus Etna has manual transmission. 1984 Lotus Etna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
| Model | Etna | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3380 mm |
