1982 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Rover 200 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Falcon weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Falcon 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 1982 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1982 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Falcon | 1999 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Falcon | 200 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
