1986 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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, 2001 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2001 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escort | 75 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
