2008 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Saturn SL
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saturn SL would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 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 (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SL. (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1998 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Accord | SL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
