1975 Audi 80 vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 23 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 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 400 weights approximately 208 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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 80 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1394 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 | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| 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 | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
