2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Freelander | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
