1979 Ford LTD vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 485 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford LTD 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 LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1979 Ford LTD (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | LTD | 200 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
