1978 Audi 100 vs. 1991 Rover 820
To start off, 1991 Rover 820 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 820 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 820 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 820 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 820 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1978 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Rover 820 (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 820 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1991 Rover 820 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 100 | 820 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
