1959 Saab 95 vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 837 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. 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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 1959 Saab 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Saab 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 95 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
