1998 Audi A6 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A6 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
