2008 Audi S4 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1995 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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | S4 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
