1985 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 24 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), 2009 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 428 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, 2009 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda 929 | 2009 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 929 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| 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 | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
