1999 Honda HR-V vs. 1985 Saab 90
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Saab 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Saab 90 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Saab 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Saab 90 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Saab 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 1985 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | HR-V | 90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
