2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1977 Rover 2600
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Rover 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Rover 2600 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Rover 2600. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1977 Rover 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Rover 2600 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600. 1977 Rover 2600 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Rover 2600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 1977 Rover 2600 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mustang | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
