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 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (89 HP @ 5200 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 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 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 | 1781 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 199 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 Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |