2002 Audi RS6 vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2002 Audi RS6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | RS6 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
