1990 Chrysler Viper vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 1990 Chrysler Viper is newer by 6 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Etna. (331 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1984 Lotus Etna.
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, 1990 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Viper | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Viper | Etna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
