1991 Rover 100 vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 575 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Econovan (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
