1980 Audi Sport vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1632 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | Sport | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |