1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 29 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 570 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Mustang | Discovery |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |