2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (226 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 640 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (351 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | Discovery | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 226 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 66 L |
