2004 Mazda B2500 vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Saab 9000. (175 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2500 | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | B2500 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2670 mm |
