1993 Dodge Viper vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 9 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Etna. (331 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Viper | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Viper | Etna |
Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 359 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 | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |