1978 Honda Prelude vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1990 Saab 9000 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude. 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Prelude | 9000 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |