1994 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Saab 900i
To start off, 1998 Saab 900i is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 900i (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 900i weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 900i. (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 900i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 1998 Saab 900i | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 900i |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
