1985 Audi 90 vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 20 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 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 100 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, 1985 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 90 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
