1988 Audi 200 vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1995 Rover 600. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 200 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 600. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 1995 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 200 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
