1991 Audi S2 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi S2 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | S2 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
