1990 Porsche 928 vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche 928 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 1990 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 928 | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Porsche | Saturn |
| Model | 928 | SC |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
