1981 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1989 Rover Range Rover is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 876 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 100 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
