1985 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 945 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | 100 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
