1991 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1991 Honda Prelude. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Prelude.
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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Prelude. (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Prelude | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Prelude | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2837 mm |
