1986 Audi 80 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 260 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 80 | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | 80 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |