1985 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Rover 620i
To start off, 1992 Rover 620i is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 620i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Rover 620i. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 620i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 620i weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 620i. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 620i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1992 Rover 620i | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escort | 620i |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
