1975 Audi 80 vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1975 Audi 80.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1975 Audi 80 (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 80 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
