2006 Rover 75 vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Rover 75 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 75 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
