1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1983 Saab 900
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Saab 900 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1983 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1983 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Saab 900 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1999 Lotus GT 1 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 1999 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Saab 900, 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 1983 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Lotus | Saab |
| Model | GT 1 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
