1988 Saab 9000 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (227 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Saab 9000 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9000 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
