2011 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1977 Audi 80
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 80 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1977 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1760 kg more than 1977 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 80. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1977 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1977 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | 1977 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Audi |
| Model | Range Rover | 80 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2672 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4973 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2035 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 60 L |
