2009 Honda Accord vs. 1956 Saab 93
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Saab 93 would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1956 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 319 kg more than 1956 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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Saab 93. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1956 Saab 93 has manual transmission. 1956 Saab 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1956 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 93 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
