1979 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 31 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1536 kg more than 1979 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR4 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, 2010 Land Rover LR4 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, 2010 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100. 2010 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 1979 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1979 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Audi 100 | 2010 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | 100 | LR4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1887 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2885 mm |