2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,351 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 545 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2007 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
Model | Defender | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |