2008 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Saab 900 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (164 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover LR2 | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | LR2 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
