1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Mustang | Discovery |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |