1992 Rover 800 vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1992 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 326 kg more than 1992 Rover 800. 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 800 | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 800 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
