2007 Audi A4 vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Rover Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
