1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Volvo S80
To start off, 1996 Volvo S80 is newer by 24 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 62 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S80. (268 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 46 kg more than 1996 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S80. (380 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S80. 1996 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Ford Mustang | 1996 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | S80 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 380 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |