2008 Honda Accord vs. 1958 Saab 93
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Saab 93 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1958 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 646 kg more than 1958 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1958 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 93 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
