1986 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1990 Rover Metro | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Escort | Metro |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |