2002 Audi S3 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2002 Audi S3 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 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 101 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S3 weights approximately 383 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, 2002 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | S3 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
