1990 Saab 900 vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 421 kg more than 1990 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Saab 900 | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 900 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
