1987 Ford Mustang vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1987 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Mustang | 1958 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Mustang | P4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |