2004 Audi S4 vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 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 117 kg more than 2004 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi S4 (411 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | S4 | Land Rover Discovery |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
