1985 Audi 200 vs. 2010 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 25 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1985 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200. 2010 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1985 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1985 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2010 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | 200 | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4498 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
