1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 297 kg more than 1989 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 1989 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1989 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 9000 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2797 mm |
