1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 644 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Falcon 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 1997 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Falcon | 200 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
