1973 Mazda 929 vs. 1974 Saab 99
To start off, 1974 Saab 99 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Saab 99 (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Saab 99 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Saab 99 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 1974 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 929 | 99 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
