1994 Ford Aspire vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 1994 Ford Aspire is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 594 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. 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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Aspire | 800 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |
