2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 909 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
Model | Discovery | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 425 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |