1986 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 980 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Audi 100 1998 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Audi Land Rover
Model 100 Range Rover
Year Released 1986 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1588 cc 3946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 85 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 122 Nm 321 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 2090 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2750 mm