2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 16 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | Discovery 3 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
