1975 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 33 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 1060 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, 2008 Saturn Vue (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Civic | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Civic | Vue |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |