1990 Audi 100 vs. 1970 Rover P5B

To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover P5B (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 500 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Rover P5B is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Rover P5B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100. 1970 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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