1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1983 Volvo 740 is newer by 11 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 136 kg more than 1983 Volvo 740. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (260 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | 740 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
