2004 Honda CR-V vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 16 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Saab 9000. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 195 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.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | CR-V | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
