1994 Rover 400 vs. 2010 Audi S3
To start off, 2010 Audi S3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400.
Because 2010 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 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, 2010 Audi S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 2010 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | 400 | S3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
