1979 Saab 900 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Saab 900 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1979 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1979 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1979 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Saab 900 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Saab | Toyota |
Model | 900 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |