1997 Mazda 626 vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1967 Saab Sonett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda 626 (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 626 | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2160 mm |
