1991 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 19 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 806 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 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (186 Nm). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80. 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | 80 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
