2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (380 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (320 Nm). This means 1996 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Defender. 1996 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Defender | SS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |
