2007 Ford Ikon vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 14 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Ford Ikon. 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, 1993 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ikon | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ikon | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1050 mm | 2510 mm |
