1991 Audi S2 vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 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 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Audi S2. (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 655 kg more than 1991 Audi S2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi S2. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1991 Audi S2 has manual transmission. 1991 Audi S2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi S2 | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | S2 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |