2009 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 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 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Civic | 9000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |