1996 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 Rover 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Rover 400.
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, 1999 Rover 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 1999 Rover 400 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Escort | 400 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |