1986 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 24 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 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (138 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1262 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 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (180 Nm). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100. 2010 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1986 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1986 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | 100 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
