1996 Saturn SL vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1996 Saturn SL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Saturn SL weights approximately 6 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460.
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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Saturn SL | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Saturn | Volvo |
| Model | SL | 460 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
