2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 630 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Land Rover | Ford |
Model | Discovery | Mustang |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |