2002 Audi S3 vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 2002 Audi S3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S3 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 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 S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | S3 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
