1995 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 400 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 400 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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, 1992 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escort | 400 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
