1991 Lotus Elan vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, both 1991 Lotus Elan and 1991 Saab 9000 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Elan (160 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (135 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1991 Lotus Elan.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (172 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Elan. (143 Nm). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lotus Elan | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Saab |
| Model | Elan | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 997 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
