2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1987 Saab 90
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Saab 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Saab 90 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Saab 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1987 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 294 kg more than 1987 Saab 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Saab 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Saab 90. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 1987 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | Freelander | 90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
