1998 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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, 1998 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1990 Rover 400 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Focus | 400 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |