2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 24 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 193 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | CR-V | Etna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 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 | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
