2000 Mazda 626 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 626 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 626 | 95 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
