1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 580 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Land Rover Discovery | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
Model | Discovery | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3944 cc | 3351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |