2001 Honda Life vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 17 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 284 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life.
Because 2001 Honda Life 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, 2001 Honda Life 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Life | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Life | Etna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
