2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 16 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna. 2000 Chevrolet SSR 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. 2000 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | SSR | Etna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 331 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
