1990 Mazda 626 vs. 1998 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 1998 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 03-Sep (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 220 kg more than 1990 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, 1998 Saab 03-Sep (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 626 | 1998 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 626 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
