1970 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1970 Audi 100.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | 100 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
