1991 Audi 100 vs. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 24 kg more than 1991 Audi 100.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre has automatic transmission and 1991 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1991 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi 100 | 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | 100 | 3.5 Litre |
Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2820 mm |