1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1984 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1984 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 626 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
