1987 Lotus Esprit vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1987 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 486 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lotus Esprit | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Lotus | Saab |
| Model | Esprit | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
