2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 448 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2004 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2004 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Discovery | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
