2004 Honda Element vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Saab 93 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 701 kg more than 1960 Saab 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Element (218 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Element | 93 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
