1978 Audi 100 vs. 1992 Rover 220
To start off, 1992 Rover 220 is newer by 14 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), 1992 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 220 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1992 Rover 220.
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, 1992 Rover 220 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1992 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 100 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
