1994 Rover 600 vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 600 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1994 Rover 600. (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1994 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 600. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 600 | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 600 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3967 mm |
