2004 Audi A4 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 11 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 635 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.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
