2004 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 49 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (212 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
