1985 Audi 100 vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 12 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 91 kg more than 1997 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 (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 100 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
