1978 Mazda 616 vs. 1999 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 618 kg more than 1978 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, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 616 | 1999 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Mazda | Saab |
Model | 616 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |