2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 919 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1997 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Mustang | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
