1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 702 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
