1990 Honda Legend vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1967 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 650 kg more than 1967 Saab Sonett. 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 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Legend | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
