1986 Audi 100 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 100 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
