1990 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Saturn Astra
To start off, 2008 Saturn Astra is newer by 18 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Astra. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Astra weights approximately 259 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, 2008 Saturn Astra (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2008 Saturn Astra | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Civic | Astra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |