1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 13 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (226 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 660 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Familia | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2290 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
