2000 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Saab 900
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Saab 900 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 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, 1993 Saab 900 (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1993 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 900 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
