2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 178 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. 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, 1997 Rover 200, 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 (414 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (128 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mustang | 200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
