2007 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Saab 900
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 271 kg more than 1995 Saab 900. 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, 1995 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1995 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 900 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
