1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1980 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 929 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
