2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1988 Saab 900i
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 900i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 900i would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 900i (135 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 24 kg more than 1988 Saab 900i.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Saab 900i. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-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 900i (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 900i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1988 Saab 900i | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | HR-V | 900i |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
