1987 Saab 900 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Saab 900 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 630 kg more than 1987 Saab 900.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 900. (273 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Saab 900 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 900 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
