2000 Honda Prelude vs. 1986 Saab 90
To start off, 2000 Honda Prelude is newer by 14 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Prelude weights approximately 130 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.
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, 2000 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 90. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Prelude | 1986 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Prelude | 90 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
