1991 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1991 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 891 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Escort | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escort | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
