1985 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 11 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, 1996 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (87 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
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, 1985 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 100 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
