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 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
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 | 5753 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1762 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 |