2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1984 Saab 900
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Saab 900 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1984 Saab 900. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1262 kg more than 1984 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (441 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Saab 900. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1984 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | Range Rover | 900 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2442 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
