2006 Honda Accord vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Saab 900. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 740 kg more than 1979 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Saab 900 (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1979 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 900 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
