1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1998 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 527 kg more than 1998 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery 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 Rover Land Rover Discovery (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | 1998 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Rover | Saab |
Model | Land Rover Discovery | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |