1992 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC. 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC. 1995 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Accord | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Accord | SC |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
