2002 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Saab 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95. 2002 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1959 Saab 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Saab 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Discovery | 1959 Saab 95 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | Discovery | 95 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
