1989 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Saab 900
To start off, 1993 Saab 900 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Saab 900 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1989 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, 1993 Saab 900 (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1993 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 900 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
