2006 Ford Ikon vs. 1992 Rover 400
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 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 400 (86 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1992 Rover 400.
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, 1992 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ikon | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
