2007 Honda S2000 vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000.
Because 2007 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | S2000 | 9000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |