1973 Mazda Chante vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1990 Saab 9000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1973 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Chante | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Chante | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1985 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
