1968 Ford Mustang vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1971 Rover 2000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 229 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mustang | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
