2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1970 Saab Sonett II
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Saab Sonett II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Saab Sonett II would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Saab Sonett II. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab Sonett II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1933 kg more than 1970 Saab Sonett II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Saab Sonett II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab Sonett II. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab Sonett II.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1970 Saab Sonett II | |
Make | Land Rover | Saab |
Model | Defender | Sonett II |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 58.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |