1986 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Thunderbird (162 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 508 kg more than 1992 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Thunderbird (241 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Thunderbird | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Thunderbird | 100 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
