2000 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1995 Saturn SC | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Civic | SC |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |