1978 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander (240 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | 100 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
