2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1985 Saab 900
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1985 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 900.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 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 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1985 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Saab |
| Model | LR2 | 900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
