1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 33 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (283 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 989 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 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (328 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Mustang | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
