1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1986 Saab 90
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon 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 Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 340 kg more than 1986 Saab 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Saab 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 90. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Step Wagon | 1986 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Step Wagon | 90 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
