1966 Saab 96 vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Saab 96. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Saab 96 would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (98 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Saab 96. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1966 Saab 96.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Saab 96. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Saab 96. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Saab 96.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Saab 96 | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 96 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
