2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 963 kg more than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
Model | Freelander | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |