2000 Audi S3 vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2000 Audi S3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi S3 | 1991 Rover 100 | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | S3 | 100 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |