1987 Audi 90 vs. 2002 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 90 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1987 Audi 90. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 710 kg more than 1987 Audi 90. 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 90. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 90. 2002 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1987 Audi 90 has manual transmission. 1987 Audi 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 2002 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | 90 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
