1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 735 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Land Rover |
Model | Cutlass | Discovery |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |