2009 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1990 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
