1974 Buick GS vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 1998 Saturn SC is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 585 kg more than 1998 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Buick GS 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 1974 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC. 1998 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 1974 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1974 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | GS | SC |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
