2009 Audi TT vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 25 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 163 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | TT | Etna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
