1999 Audi TT vs. 1988 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Rover Vitesse (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (174 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 117 kg more than 1999 Audi TT. 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 TT (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Rover Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1988 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | TT | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
