1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1991 Rover 100 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 580 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mustang | 100 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
