2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1988 Audi V8
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 918 kg more than 1988 Audi V8.
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 (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi V8. 1988 Audi V8 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. 1988 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1988 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Audi |
| Model | Discovery | V8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
