2009 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Saab 900
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Saab 900. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Saab 900 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 1996 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1996 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1996 Saab 900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1996 Saab 900 | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Civic | 900 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |