1993 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 19 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 685 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | 200 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
