1997 Ford Mustang vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 95 kg more than 1971 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mustang | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
