2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LR3 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
