2008 Ford Focus vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 418 kg more than 1992 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Focus | 100 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
