1991 Rover 100 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Rover 100 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Rover | Audi |
Model | 100 | A4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |