1999 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 309 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi A4 (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 1999 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1990 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
