1986 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Saab 900
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Saab 900 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
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, 1983 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1983 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 900 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
