1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 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 (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 678 kg more than 1974 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 (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 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 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 616 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1974 | 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 | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
