1989 Honda Accord vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Saab 96. (63 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Saab 96. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 369 kg more than 1966 Saab 96. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Saab 96. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Saab 96.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1966 Saab 96 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 96 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
