2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1982 Saab 99
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1982 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 180 kg more than 1982 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Saab 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Saab 99 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1982 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Mobilio | 99 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
