1986 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Rover 75
To start off, 2000 Rover 75 is newer by 14 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 75 weights approximately 520 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, 2000 Rover 75 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2000 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escort | 75 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
