1996 Honda CRX vs. 1986 Saab 90
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 90 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 90 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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, 1986 Saab 90 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 1986 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | CRX | 90 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
