2001 Honda Stream vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2001 Honda Stream is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2001 Honda Stream. 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, 1994 Saab 900 (342 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Stream. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Stream | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Stream | 900 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1429 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
