1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 15 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 93 more horse power than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey. 1999 Honda Odyssey 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. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Odyssey | Etna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |
