1995 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Vue weights approximately 745 kg more than 1995 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Toyota | Saturn |
| Model | Corolla | Vue |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
