2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 117 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | F-150 | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2820 mm |
