2009 Honda Fit vs. 1987 Saab 9000
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 156 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 1987 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Fit | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |
