1993 Rover 200 vs. 2008 Audi S4
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 755 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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2008 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | 200 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
