1983 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1989 Rover Range Rover is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 801 kg more than 1983 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mustang | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
