2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1972 Saab 99
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Saab 99 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Saab 99. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1972 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1972 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Saab 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Saab 99. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 1972 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | Defender | 99 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2286 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
