2009 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Saab 900
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Saab 900. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 260 kg more than 1993 Saab 900. 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 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Saab 900. (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1993 Saab 900 | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Accord | 900 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |