1978 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (175 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 531 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. 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, 1994 Saab 900 (226 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 900 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
