2005 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Saab 900
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 20 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, 1985 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 900 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 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, 1985 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1985 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
