1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (247 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 615 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 616 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
