1994 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Rover 2000
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1972 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Rover 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1972 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
