1997 Ford Ranger vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Ranger weights approximately 525 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ranger | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ranger | 100 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
