1998 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 32 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000.
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, 1988 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
