1985 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 20 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1280 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | 100 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |
