1991 Saturn Sports Coupe vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Saturn L is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. (123 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn L weights approximately 240 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. 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, 2004 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Saturn | Saturn |
| Model | Sports Coupe | L |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
