1987 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 1990 Rover Metro (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Rover Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Escort | 1990 Rover Metro | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Escort | Metro |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |