1996 Honda Today vs. 1989 Saab 900

To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 900 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 900 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1989 Saab 900 (273 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Today 1989 Saab 900
Make Honda Saab
Model Today 900
Year Released 1996 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 273 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4950 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1700 mm


 

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