1979 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Rover 800
To start off, 1996 Rover 800 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 800 (174 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 800 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800, 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, 1996 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort. 1996 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 1996 Rover 800 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Escort | 800 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |