1958 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Rover 200 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Escort | 1994 Rover 200 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Escort | 200 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |