2007 Audi A4 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,967 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1993 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
