1985 Audi 200 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 180 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 Audi 200.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200. 1985 Audi 200 has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Audi 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 200 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | 200 | Defender |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 93 L |