2003 Saturn L vs. 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe
To start off, 2003 Saturn L is newer by 12 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. (123 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn L weights approximately 240 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, 2003 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Saturn L | 1991 Saturn Sports Coupe | |
| Make | Saturn | Saturn |
| Model | L | Sports Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
