2000 Ford Focus vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 68 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
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, 2000 Ford Focus (125 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (124 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Focus | 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
