1979 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn SC weights approximately 140 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 2000 Saturn SC (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Accord | SC |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
