2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1973 Audi 80
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 488 kg more than 1973 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1973 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Audi |
| Model | Discovery | 80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
