1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 1983 Saab 900
To start off, 1983 Saab 900 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Saab 900 (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1983 Saab 900.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1983 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Land Rover 88 | 1983 Saab 900 | |
Make | Land Rover | Saab |
Model | 88 | 900 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |