1990 Mazda 323 vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 675 kg more than 1990 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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 323 | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 323 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
