2002 Honda Lagreat vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 2002 Honda Lagreat is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1988 Saab 9000. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 655 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000. 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, 2002 Honda Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000. 2002 Honda Lagreat has automatic transmission and 1988 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1988 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Lagreat | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Lagreat | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
