1975 Honda Z vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (226 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1975 Honda Z. 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Z | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Z | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
