1985 Audi 200 vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1989 Rover Range Rover is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 576 kg more than 1985 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 200 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
