2005 Saturn Relay vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Relay (200 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay will offer significantly more control. 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 Saturn Relay (299 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Relay | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
| Model | Relay | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
