1980 Audi 80 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1600 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi 80 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | 80 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |