1969 Mazda 110 S vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 1979 Saab 900 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1979 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Saab 900 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1969 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda 110 S | 1979 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 110 S | 900 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1983 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
