2000 Honda City vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2000 Honda City 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 237 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City.
Because 1984 Lotus Etna is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Lotus Etna. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda City | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | City | Etna |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 331 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |