2005 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 308 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (220 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Accord | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1388 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
