2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass

To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1987 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 Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Land Rover Range Rover 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Make Land Rover Oldsmobile
Model Range Rover Cutlass
Year Released 2004 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 2834 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 282 HP 123 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 Automatic
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


 

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