2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1989 Rover 216
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1989 Rover 216. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover 216. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 572 kg more than 1989 Rover 216. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1989 Rover 216 has manual transmission. 1989 Rover 216 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1989 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Five Hundred | 216 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2550 mm |
