2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 505 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
Model | Defender | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 169 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 91 L |