1986 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 10 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escort | 200 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
