1981 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 22 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1405 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 2003 Land 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, 2003 Land 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1981 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | 100 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
