2009 Audi A4 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 16 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 2,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2697 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
