1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Mustang | A 109 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 197 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |