2012 Toyota Corolla vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Corolla | 1996 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Toyota | Saturn |
| Model | Corolla | SC |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2610 mm |
