1990 Saab 9000 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR3 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover LR3. 2011 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1990 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1990 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Saab 9000 | 2011 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Saab | Land Rover |
Model | 9000 | LR3 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |