1967 Honda S800 vs. 1987 Saab 900
To start off, 1987 Saab 900 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Saab 900 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 900 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Honda S800 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 1967 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Saab 900 (273 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S800 | 1987 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | S800 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
