1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 1994 Rover 200 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Cortina | 200 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |