1982 Audi 80 vs. 2004 Rover 25
To start off, 2004 Rover 25 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Rover 25. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Rover 25. 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, 2004 Rover 25 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2004 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 80 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
