2007 Audi A3 vs. 1989 Rover 216
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Rover 216. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover 216. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1989 Rover 216. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1989 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A3 | 216 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 193 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 | 1344 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
