1995 Saab 900 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saab 900 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2011 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, 1995 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Saab 900 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 900 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1186 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
