1981 Audi UR vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 825 kg more than 1981 Audi UR. 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi UR has manual transmission. 1981 Audi UR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi UR | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | UR | Discovery |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |