1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Discovery | 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
Model | Discovery | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |