1996 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (175 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Saab 900 (226 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 1994 Saab 900 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Saab 900 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 900 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
