2004 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 20 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 246 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2004 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2004 Daihatsu YRV 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu YRV | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | YRV | Etna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
