2001 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 900 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
