2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1971 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP) has 333 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 8 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1971 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Mustang | Serie II |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2780 mm |
