1990 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Saturn Sedan
To start off, 1991 Saturn Sedan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saturn Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (85 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saturn Sedan weights approximately 67 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 1991 Saturn Sedan | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Civic | Sedan |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |