1987 Audi Coupe 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 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1987 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1724 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1987 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1987 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi Coupe | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | Coupe | Discovery |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |