1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 690 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Explorer | 200 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
