1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Super 90.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Audi Super 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Discovery (440 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi Super 90 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | Super 90 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 440 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |