1980 Audi Sport vs. 1972 Rover 2000
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1972 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 2000 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1972 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | Sport | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
