1989 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Saab 99
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Saab 99. (95 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Saab 99 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
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 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Saab 99. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1975 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 99 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
