1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 38 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 (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 56 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | V50 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 57 L |
