1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Mustang (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | 240 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
