1995 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 3 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 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 380 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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escort | 75 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
