1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1994 Saab 9000
To start off, 1994 Saab 9000 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 9000 (210 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 9000 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1968 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Saab 9000 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Luce | 1994 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Luce | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
