2005 Ford Ikon vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 12 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ikon | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ikon | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
