1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 2000 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2000 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 309 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1988 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 1988 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lotus Esprit | 2000 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Lotus | Saab |
Model | Esprit | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |