1991 Honda Accord vs. 1958 Saab 93
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Saab 93 would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1958 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 190 kg more than 1958 Saab 93. 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Saab 93. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1958 Saab 93 has manual transmission. 1958 Saab 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 1958 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 93 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
