1979 Mazda 616 vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 644 kg more than 1979 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 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 616 | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 616 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
