2005 Honda Accord vs. 1957 Saab 93
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Saab 93 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1957 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 623 kg more than 1957 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Saab 93. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Saab 93. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1957 Saab 93 has manual transmission. 1957 Saab 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1957 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 93 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 746 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 | 6600 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 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
