1998 Saab 900i vs. 1995 Honda Today

To start off, 1998 Saab 900i is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 900i (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 900i weights approximately 585 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Saab 900i. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1998 Saab 900i (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 900i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 1995 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1998 Saab 900i has manual transmission. 1998 Saab 900i will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1998 Saab 900i 1995 Honda Today
Make Saab Honda
Model 900i Today
Year Released 1998 1995
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 126 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5500 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1400 mm