1978 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 20 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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 Rover 200.
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 200 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Audi 100 | 1998 Rover 200 | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | 100 | 200 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |