2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Saab 900.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (181 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | B2500 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2530 mm |
