2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1989 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 1989 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
Model | Freelander | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |