1979 Lotus Esprit vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, both 1979 Lotus Esprit and 1979 Saab 900 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lotus Esprit (160 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Saab 900. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1979 Saab 900.
Because 1979 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Saab 900 (236 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 1979 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lotus Esprit | 1979 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Lotus | Saab |
| Model | Esprit | 900 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
