2002 Audi A8 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A8 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
