1987 Audi 90 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 18 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1987 Audi 90. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 90.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 90. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | 90 | Discovery 3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
