2004 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 15 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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 362 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. 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, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (265 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (235 Nm). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | Land Rover Discovery |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
