2005 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Saab 99
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Saab 99 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 (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 536 kg more than 1970 Saab 99. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab 99. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1970 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 99 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
