1990 Audi 80 vs. 2009 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 80 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80. 2009 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 80 | 2009 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | 80 | LR3 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |