2009 Honda Stream vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1979 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 234 kg more than 1979 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 1979 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Stream | 900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
