1955 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 932 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. 2010 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1955 Oldsmobile 88 has manual transmission. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Oldsmobile 88 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Land Rover |
Model | 88 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5318 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |