1994 Mazda 323 vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 330 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 2001 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 323 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
