1999 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Saab 96. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Saab 96 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Saab 96. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1966 Saab 96. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 527 kg more than 1966 Saab 96. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Saab 96. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Saab 96. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Saab 96.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Freelander | 1966 Saab 96 | |
Make | Land Rover | Saab |
Model | Freelander | 96 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |