1983 Audi 80 vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 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, 1997 Rover 200 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 80 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
