1989 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Rover 800
To start off, 1995 Rover 800 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 800 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. 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, 1989 Audi 100 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1995 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 100 | 800 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
