1990 Honda Concerto vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 595 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto. 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto. 2006 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Concerto has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Concerto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Concerto | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Concerto | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
