1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 42 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 9 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (321 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 303 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2774 mm |
