2005 Ford Focus vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 405 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Focus (174 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Focus | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
