1996 Honda Today vs. 1991 Saab 900
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 900 weights approximately 590 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 1991 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, 1991 Saab 900 (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Today | 900 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
