1982 Saab 99 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Saab 99 (85 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Saab 99 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Saab 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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, 1982 Saab 99 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Saab 99 | 1998 Honda Life | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 99 | Life |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
