1991 Audi S2 vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Rover Range Rover. (185 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 566 kg more than 1991 Audi S2.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | S2 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
