1985 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 14 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 790 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 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1985 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1985 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | 100 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
