1986 Audi 90 vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover 2000 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1986 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 90 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
