1984 Rover 3500 vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Rover 3500. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 319 kg more than 1984 Rover 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Rover 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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, 2002 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover 3500. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Rover 3500 | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | 3500 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
