1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 41 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 34 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 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 (502 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | S60 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2776 mm |
