1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Land Rover Defender | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
Model | Defender | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 123 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 217 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |