1998 Audi A3 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A3 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A3 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
