1999 Audi R8 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 508 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 100 weights approximately 868 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | R8 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
