2009 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Saab 900i
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 900i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 900i would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 900i (135 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 83 kg more than 1988 Saab 900i.
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, 1988 Saab 900i (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 900i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1988 Saab 900i | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 900i |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
