1996 Audi A4 vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1994 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, 1996 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
