1984 Audi 5000 vs. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 1984 Audi 5000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre (148 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Audi 5000. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 5000.
Because 1984 Audi 5000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 5000 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, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre (276 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 5000. (136 Nm). This means 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 5000. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi 5000 has manual transmission. 1984 Audi 5000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 5000 | 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 5000 | 3.5 Litre |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |
