2004 Audi A4 vs. 1971 Land Rover Serie II

To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (197 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. 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, 2004 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. 2004 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1971 Land Rover Serie II has manual transmission. 1971 Land Rover Serie II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 1971 Land Rover Serie II
Make Audi Land Rover
Model A4 Serie II
Year Released 2004 1971
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2286 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 67 HP
Torque 280 Nm 158 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 2070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2780 mm


 

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