1990 Honda Legend vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend 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 27 more horse power than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Legend | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
