1981 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Escort | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escort | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |
