1989 Rover 216 vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Rover 216. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover 216. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 435 kg more than 1989 Rover 216. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Rover 216. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover 216 | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 216 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
