1991 Ford Sierra vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Rover 200 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Sierra | 200 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
