1988 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (109 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 1994 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escort | 400 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
