1995 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Saleen S7
To start off, 2009 Saleen S7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 619 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 61 kg more than 2009 Saleen S7.
Because 2009 Saleen S7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Saleen S7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 771 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2009 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Honda | Saleen |
| Model | Accord | S7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2692 mm |
