1985 Mazda 323 vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 323 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 323 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
