2009 Audi A8 vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A8 (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A8 | 100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| 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 | 350 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 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 | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
