1970 Mazda 616 vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 1986 Saab 9000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 616 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
