2009 Ford Focus vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 16 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 267 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Focus | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
