2003 Mazda 6 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6.
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, 1989 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 6 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
