1985 Audi 80 vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1985 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1778 kg more than 1985 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 80 | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | 80 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |