1969 Ford Mustang vs. 1977 Volvo 265
To start off, 1977 Volvo 265 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 16 kg more than 1977 Volvo 265.
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, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 1977 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | 265 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
