1970 Mazda Luce vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 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 900 (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Luce | 900 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 2497 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
