1987 Audi 90 vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 21 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 560 kg more than 1987 Audi 90.
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, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 90. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | 90 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1870 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 93 L |
