1995 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 5 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 48 kg more than 2000 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 (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC. 2000 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. 2000 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Accord | SC |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
