1991 Audi 80 vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (135 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 930 kg more than 1991 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (186 Nm). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1991 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1991 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi 80 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | 80 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 135 HP |
Torque | 186 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |