1975 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn L weights approximately 645 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Civic | L |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
