1996 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Accord | 9000 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |