1989 Audi 90 vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 90 would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 855 kg more than 1989 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi 90 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 90 | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | 90 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |