1979 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 963 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord. 2010 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
