1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 690 kg more than 1991 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, 1989 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fairlane | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Fairlane | 100 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
