2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 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 170 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Terracan | Etna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
