2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 261 kg more than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Discovery | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
