1987 Honda Legend vs. 2002 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 265 kg more than 1987 Honda Legend.
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, 2002 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 2002 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Legend | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |