2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1984 Saab 99
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Saab 99 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1984 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1354 kg more than 1984 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Saab 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Saab 99. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 1984 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | Range Rover | 99 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
