1988 Audi 80 vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1466 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80. 2009 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1988 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1988 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | 80 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
