2005 Audi A8 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1993 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, 2005 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A8 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
