1972 Mazda Chante vs. 1993 Saab 900
To start off, 1993 Saab 900 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Saab 900 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1972 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Saab 900 (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 1993 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Chante | 900 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
