2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1986 Saab 90
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 90 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 90 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
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 90 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1986 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Jazz | 90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
