1989 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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 Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | 100 | Defender |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 93 L |