1977 Ford 2000 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (99 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford 2000 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | 2000 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
