2003 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Saab 900
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 900 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 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, 1985 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Civic | 1985 Saab 900 | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Civic | 900 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |