1970 Honda S800 vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saturn SC weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Honda S800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Saturn SC (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800. 1995 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda S800 has manual transmission. 1970 Honda S800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S800 | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | S800 | SC |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
