1998 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 216 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Escort weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Rover 216.
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, 1992 Rover 216 (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 216 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 1992 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escort | 216 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
