2002 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 14 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 90 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 (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Accord | 9000 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |