1984 Audi Coupe vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. 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, 2006 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | Coupe | 45 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
