2008 Audi S5 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2008 Audi S5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S5 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. 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 S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S5 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | S5 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
