1989 Audi 200 vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1989 Audi 200.
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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 200. (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | 200 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
