1969 Volvo 120 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 620 kg more than 1969 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Mustang (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Volvo 120 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | 120 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
