2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (124 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
Model | Range Rover | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |