1977 Honda Accord vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Saab 96. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Saab 96 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Saab 96. (63 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Saab 96. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Saab 96 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Saab 96. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Saab 96.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1966 Saab 96 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 96 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
