2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 216 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Santa Fe | Etna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
