2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Discovery | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 644 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
