1982 Mazda 323 vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 1982 Mazda 323 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Saab 900 (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Saab 900 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Saab 900 (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 323 | 1979 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 323 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
