1991 Saturn Sedan vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sedan would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (85 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 712 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Saturn Sedan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saturn Sedan | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Saturn | Opel |
| Model | Sedan | Antara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
