1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 1993 Rover 800 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1993 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 524 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Because 1971 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mustang | 800 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
