1981 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1981 Saab 900
To start off, both 1981 Mazda RX-7 and 1981 Saab 900 were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,292 cc, 1981 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Saab 900 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1981 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1981 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mazda RX-7 | 1981 Saab 900 | |
Make | Mazda | Saab |
Model | RX-7 | 900 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |