2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 485 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Range Rover | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
