1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 690 kg more than 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Discovery | 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Discovery | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3944 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
