1982 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escort | 200 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
