1968 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 29 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 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, 1997 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1997 Rover 200 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Escort | 200 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |