1987 Audi 90 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 22 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 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Audi 90. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1398 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 90. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi 90 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | 90 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |