2005 Honda Stream vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 77 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000.
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, 1986 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Stream | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
