1994 Saab 900 vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 18 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), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (175 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 302 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (226 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Saab 900 | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 900 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1763 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1897 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
