1984 Lotus Etna vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX is newer by 29 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 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Etna. (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 1984 Lotus Etna.
Because 2013 Infiniti QX 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, 2013 Infiniti QX 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, 2013 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
| Make | Lotus | Infiniti |
| Model | Etna | QX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3075 mm |
