1989 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 18 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | 100 | Defender |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |