1997 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (590 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover LR4. (375 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover LR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1618 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (728 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover LR4. (508 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover LR4. 2011 Land Rover LR4 has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 2011 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Mustang | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 590 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 728 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1915 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2885 mm |
