1994 Saab 900 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 217 kg more than 1994 Saab 900. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Saab 900 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 900 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
