2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (188 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 540 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mustang | 100 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
