2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1502 kg more than 1983 Oldsmobile Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Oldsmobile Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Omega. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1983 Oldsmobile Omega has manual transmission. 1983 Oldsmobile Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1983 Oldsmobile Omega | |
Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
Model | Range Rover | Omega |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |