1996 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Saturn Sedan
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sedan would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saturn Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (85 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 182 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sedan. 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, 1996 Honda Accord (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1991 Saturn Sedan | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Accord | Sedan |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1850 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |