1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (175 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 661 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Saab 900 (226 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Familia | 900 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2600 mm |
