2009 Ford Focus vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 413 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Focus (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Focus | 100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1283 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
