1986 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 20 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 2,498 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 294 kg more than 1986 Audi 100.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | 100 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
