1982 Audi Coupe vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,498 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 354 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | Coupe | Defender |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
