1978 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 33 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Honda Prelude. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Prelude | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Prelude | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4689 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1529 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |