2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 21 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 153 more horse power than 2005 Audi Allroad. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi Allroad. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | Allroad | Etna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 207 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 | 4820 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
