1990 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escort | 200 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
