1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1989 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Citroen Saxo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
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, 1989 Honda Civic (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 1989 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Saxo | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
