1981 Ford Mustang vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, 1992 Rover 216 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 95 kg more than 1992 Rover 216.
Because 1981 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 216. (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 1992 Rover 216 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Mustang | 216 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |