2005 Audi S4 vs. 1988 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Rover Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1988 Rover Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Rover Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Rover Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1988 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | S4 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
