1993 Porsche 964 vs. 2004 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2004 Saturn Relay is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Saturn Relay. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn Relay.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1993 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Relay. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn Relay. 2004 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 964 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 964 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 964 | 2004 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Porsche | Saturn |
| Model | 964 | Relay |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3050 mm |
