1999 Audi A4 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 6 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1993 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, 1999 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
