1979 Ford Mustang vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 350 kg more than 1993 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Mustang (209 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 1993 Rover 100 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Mustang | 100 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |