1971 Audi Variant vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi Variant would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 981 kg more than 1971 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Audi Variant | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | Variant | Discovery |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |