1979 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 945 kg more than 1979 Audi 100.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Audi 100 | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | 100 | Defender |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 124 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |