1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 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 266 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70. 2010 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1971 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
