1995 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 1996 Saturn SC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 263 kg more than 1996 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC. 1996 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1996 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Accord | SC |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
