1991 Audi S2 vs. 1997 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1997 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi S2 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 670 kg more than 1991 Audi S2.
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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi S2 | 1997 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | S2 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |