1968 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400, 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 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escort | 400 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
