1985 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Rover 400.
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, 1994 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 100 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
