1971 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1436 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. 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 1971 Audi 100. 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 (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | 100 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3230 mm |
