1985 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 19 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 75 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2004 Rover 45 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Escort | 45 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |