1956 Saab 93 vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Saab 93 would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1956 Saab 93.
Because 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Saab 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Saab 93 | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 93 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
