1985 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 24 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100. 2009 Land Rover LR2 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. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | 100 | LR2 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |