2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1331 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1979 Oldsmobile Omega | |
Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
Model | LR3 | Omega |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |