1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1988 Saab 900
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1988 Saab 900. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 900.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1988 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | RX-01 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
