2000 Dodge Stealth vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2000 Dodge Stealth 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 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 49 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Stealth.
Because 2000 Dodge Stealth 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, 2000 Dodge Stealth 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, 2000 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stealth | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Stealth | Etna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
