1990 Rover 400 vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 366 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 2000 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1990 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
