2004 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 792 kg more than 1992 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
