2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 22 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | F-150 | Etna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2520 mm |
