1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 275 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (271 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
