1984 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Rover 216
To start off, 1989 Rover 216 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover 216 (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover 216 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Rover 216 (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Rover 216 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1989 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escort | 216 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
