1986 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 19 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (138 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 261 kg more than 1986 Audi 100.
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, 1986 Audi 100 (180 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (161 Nm). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 100 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
