2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1980 Audi 4000
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 4000.
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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 4000. 1980 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 1980 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Audi |
| Model | Defender | 4000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
