2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (124 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
Model | LR2 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |