2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type 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 91 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. 2009 Jaguar S-Type 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 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | S-Type | Etna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 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 | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
