1997 Audi A8 vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1997 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A8 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 387 kg more than 1997 Audi A8.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover 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, 1997 Audi A8 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Audi A8 | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | A8 | Land Rover Discovery |
Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |