2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Lotus Etna. (331 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lotus Etna.
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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Etna. (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Etna. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1984 Lotus Etna has manual transmission. 1984 Lotus Etna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | 300 | Etna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 527 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
