1989 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Rover 75 is newer by 14 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 2,307 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 165 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, 2003 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2003 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 100 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
