1996 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SL would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SL. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL. 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, 1995 Saturn SL (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Civic | SL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
