1975 Audi 50 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 36 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 1090 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 2011 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 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, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50. 2011 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1975 Audi 50 has manual transmission. 1975 Audi 50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 50 | 2011 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | 50 | LR2 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1908 mm |