1995 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Saturn L
To start off, 2001 Saturn L is newer by 6 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn L weights approximately 217 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
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, 2001 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord. 2001 Saturn L 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. 2001 Saturn L will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2001 Saturn L | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Accord | L |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
