2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1972 Saab 99
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Saab 99 would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Saab 99. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1972 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 925 kg more than 1972 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Saab 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Saab 99. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1972 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | Discovery | 99 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4553 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
