2005 Audi A3 vs. 1992 Rover 620i
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 620i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 620i would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 620i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 620i (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 620i should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1992 Rover 620i.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 620i. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 620i.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1992 Rover 620i | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A3 | 620i |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
