2008 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SL would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 299 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Accord | SL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
