1996 Audi RS2 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1996 Audi RS2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D would be higher. At 2,226 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi RS2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi RS2 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. 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 RS2 (410 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi RS2 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | RS2 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
