1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1985 Saab 9000
To start off, 1985 Saab 9000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Saab 9000 (173 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 9000 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1985 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 929 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
