1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 23 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 2001 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 616 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
