2006 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Saab 99
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Saab 99 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 81 more horse power than 1982 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Saab 99 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Saab 99. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Saab 99. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1982 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 99 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| 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 | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
