2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Etna. (331 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1984 Lotus Etna.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1984 Lotus Etna has manual transmission. 1984 Lotus Etna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | XJ | Etna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
