1987 Saab 900 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 25 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Saab 900 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1423 kg more than 1987 Saab 900.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 900. (273 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Saab 900 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Saab | Land Rover |
Model | 900 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 273 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |