1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1971 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1971 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, 1967 Volvo P 1800 (152 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 1967 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Mustang | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4726 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 152 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |