2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Saab 96. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Saab 96 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1966 Saab 96. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1966 Saab 96. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 527 kg more than 1966 Saab 96. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Saab 96. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Saab 96. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Saab 96.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1966 Saab 96 | |
Make | Land Rover | Saab |
Model | Discovery | 96 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 38 L |