2000 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1987 Saab 9000
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 708 more horse power than 1987 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 9000 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2000 Lotec C 1000 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 2000 Lotec C 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 818 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotec C 1000 | 1987 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Lotec | Saab |
| Model | C 1000 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
