1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 24 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 604 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Mustang | Discovery |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |