1992 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Saab 93
To start off, 2004 Saab 93 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Saab 93. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 93 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1992 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, 2004 Saab 93 (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 2004 Saab 93 | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Accord | 93 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |