1997 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe
To start off, 1997 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. (123 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 285 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. 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, 1997 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Accord | 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Accord | Sports Coupe |
Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |