1998 Ford Falcon vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 710 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Falcon (395 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Falcon | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
