1984 Audi Coupe vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Audi | Land Rover |
| Model | Coupe | Defender |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3230 mm |
