2005 Lincoln LS vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS 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) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (280 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS.
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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lincoln LS | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
Make | Lincoln | Lotus |
Model | LS | Etna |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3932 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 331 HP |
Torque | 388 Nm | 408 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |