1986 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Rover 800
To start off, 1992 Rover 800 is newer by 6 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 1992 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 1992 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1992 Rover 800 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Escort | 800 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |