1985 Audi 90 vs. 1991 Rover 820
To start off, 1991 Rover 820 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Rover 820 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 820 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 820 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 820 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1985 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Rover 820 (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 820 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1991 Rover 820 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 90 | 820 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
