1996 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Saturn Astra
To start off, 2009 Saturn Astra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Astra (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Astra should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Saturn Astra.
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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Astra. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2009 Saturn Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Accord | Astra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
