1989 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Mustang weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 Rover 400.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1989 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Mustang | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mustang | 400 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
