1980 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 16 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (140 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 255 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, 1996 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 80 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
