2008 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
