1996 Ford Indigo vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 1998 Rover 75 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Indigo | 75 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |