1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 1986 Saab 9000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1976 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, 1986 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Familia | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1985 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
