2006 Ford Focus vs. 1988 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Rover Vitesse (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 214 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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, 1988 Rover Vitesse (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1988 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Focus | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
