1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1971 Saab 99
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Saab 99 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1971 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1971 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 195 kg more than 1971 Saab 99. 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Saab 99. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1971 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Prelude | 99 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1853 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
