1970 Honda N III vs. 1988 Saab 900
To start off, 1988 Saab 900 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 900 (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 900 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 1988 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | N III | 900 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
