1997 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 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 77 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mustang | 200 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
