1972 Honda Life vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 843 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. 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 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Life | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Life | 9000 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2670 mm |