1984 Lotus Etna vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 7 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 131 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000.
Because 1984 Lotus Etna 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 1984 Lotus Etna. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000, 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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Saab |
| Model | Etna | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
