1993 Lotus Esprit vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1993 Lotus Esprit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1993 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 1993 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1993 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Lotus Esprit | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Lotus | Saab |
Model | Esprit | 9000 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 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 | 1175 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 54 L |