2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 216 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | CR-V | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 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 | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
