1986 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 1995 Rover 400 is newer by 9 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 400 weights approximately 40 kg more 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, 1995 Rover 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1995 Rover 400 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Escort | 400 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
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 | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |