1972 Ford Custom vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Custom (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Custom should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 694 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Custom 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 1972 Ford Custom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400, 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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 1972 Ford Custom has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1990 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Custom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Custom | 1990 Rover 400 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Custom | 400 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2560 mm |