1985 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 400 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400, 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, 1994 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Mustang | 1994 Rover 400 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Mustang | 400 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |