2008 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Saab 900
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Saab 900 weights approximately 193 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, 1997 Saab 900 (178 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 900 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
