1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 616 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2837 mm |
