1972 Volvo 1800 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 538 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 620 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Volvo 1800 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Volvo | Ford |
Model | 1800 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 5800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 856 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |