1981 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Saab 90
To start off, 1987 Saab 90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Saab 90 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 90 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 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, 1987 Saab 90 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 1987 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 90 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
