2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover LR3 | 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
Model | LR3 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4393 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |