2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
Model | Defender | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2960 mm |