2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1985 Saab 900
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Saab 900 (155 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Saab 900. 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) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 900. (278 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1985 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | Defender | 900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
