1985 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 20 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, 2005 Rover 25 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (87 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2005 Rover 25.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 100 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
