1987 Audi 90 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 90 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1987 Audi 90.
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, 2001 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 90. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 90. 2001 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1987 Audi 90 has manual transmission. 1987 Audi 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 90 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
