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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 13 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 20 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (180 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (125 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
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 | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
