1994 Rover 200 vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 305 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 200 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
