1973 Mazda 616 vs. 2008 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Saab 9-7X is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 9-7X (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Saab 9-7X (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 2008 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 616 | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2880 mm |
