1985 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 Rover 2000
To start off, 1985 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 2000 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 2000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 1970 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mustang | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
