1997 Porsche 993 vs. 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. (123 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 340 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.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 993 | 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe | |
| Make | Porsche | Saturn |
| Model | 993 | Sports Coupe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
