1985 Mazda 929 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 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1985 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 929 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 929 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
