1988 Saab 9000 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Saab 9000. (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 147 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000. 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 9000 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 9000 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2725 mm |
