1971 Land Rover Serie II vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (438 HP) has 371 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 151 kg more than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (515 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Land Rover Serie II | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Land Rover | Ford |
| Model | Serie II | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 438 HP |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
