2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Discovery | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3230 mm |
