2002 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1992 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, 2002 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
