1986 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Mustang weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200, 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, 1986 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Mustang | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mustang | 200 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
