2006 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Saab 900
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Saab 900 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1984 Saab 900 | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Accord | 900 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |