1980 Audi 80 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 13 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 90 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 80 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 121 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
