2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 882 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
Model | Discovery | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |