1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Volvo V40
To start off, 1999 Volvo V40 is newer by 27 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 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Volvo V40.
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, 1999 Volvo V40, 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 (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 1999 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | V40 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |