2008 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 900 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 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, 1990 Saab 900 (181 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 900 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
