1989 Audi V8 vs. 2010 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8.
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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover LR3. 2010 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1989 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1989 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2010 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | V8 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
