Keep in mind that the Iranians havent fought in the air since the Iran-Iraq War - meaning those pilots who had combat experience are all retired or dead by now most likely (i.e. its been 30 years)
I think the Saudis would have the edge in the air and most likely at sea too - but I agree that their army, to say it mildly, sucks. For one they may have spent a hell of a lot of money but in many ways their army is like the Japanese Navy was in WWII - lots of combat vehicles but not enough support, engineering and maintenance vehicles.
And using mercenaries and foreigners is never a great idea - while it worked great for the SS and the French Foreign Legion its never really worked for anyone else.
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