1987 Audi 200 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 200 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Audi 200. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 620 kg more than 1987 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 200. (252 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | 200 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 93 L |
