2009 Ford Escape vs. 1984 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover Vitesse (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 474 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Rover Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Rover Vitesse (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1984 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escape | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
