2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 | 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
Model | LR3 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
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 | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3230 mm |