2005 Audi A3 vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400.
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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1995 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A3 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
