1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 14 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
Model | Guara | Etna |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 331 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |