2006 Mazda B3000 vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1980 Saab 900. 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, 2006 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B3000 | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | B3000 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1985 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2530 mm |
