1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Land Rover |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Freelander |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |