2006 Ford Ikon vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 14 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ikon (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 845 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, 2006 Ford Ikon (110 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ikon | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
