2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1988 Saab 900
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Saab 900. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 896 kg more than 1988 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1988 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | Freelander | 900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
