2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Saturn SC (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Saturn SC weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1996 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 1996 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 1996 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Toyota | Saturn |
| Model | Corolla | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
