1995 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
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, 1996 Rover 200 (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escort | 200 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
