1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 28 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 159 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Navara.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara 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, 2012 Nissan Navara 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Navara. 2012 Nissan Navara 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. 2012 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lotus Etna | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Etna | Navara |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |