2009 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Saturn SL
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Saturn SL would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1997 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 505 kg more than 1997 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1997 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Accord | SL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
