2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1972 Saab 99
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Saab 99 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 Saab 99. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Saab 99.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Saab 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Saab 99. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1972 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | LR2 | 99 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
