2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1981 Audi 4000
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1981 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 4000. 1981 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1981 Audi 4000 | |
Make | Land Rover | Audi |
Model | Discovery | 4000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 2144 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |