1976 Renault 20 vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 1995 Saturn SL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SL (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Renault 20. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL.
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, 1995 Saturn SL (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 20 | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | 20 | SL |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
