2005 Audi A8 vs. 1993 Rover 800
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 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1993 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 421 kg more than 1993 Rover 800. 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 (430 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 800. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A8 | 800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
