2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (226 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 6 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | FR-V | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
