1975 Audi 80 vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 80 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |
