1980 Audi 80 vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 400 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. 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 400 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 80 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
