1985 Mazda 626 vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 1986 Saab 9000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 626. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1985 Mazda 626. 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, 1986 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 626. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 626 | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 626 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
