1984 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 6 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
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, 1990 Rover Metro (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escort | Metro |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
