2009 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saturn SC 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 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 515 kg more than 1998 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Accord | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| 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 | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
