2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Saab 93 would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1960 Saab 93.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Saab 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1960 Saab 93 has manual transmission. 1960 Saab 93 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | Discovery | 93 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 746 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 54 L |
