1960 Saab 93 vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Saab 93 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 835 kg more than 1960 Saab 93. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1960 Saab 93 has manual transmission. 1960 Saab 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Saab 93 2005 Honda Accord
Make Saab Honda
Model 93 Accord
Year Released 1960 2005
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 748 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 33 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 68 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 16.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 65 L


 

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