1975 Audi 50 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 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 133 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. 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 1975 Audi 50. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 50 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | 50 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |