2005 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 138 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC.
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, 1995 Saturn SC (168 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 1995 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Civic | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
