1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 201 kg more than 1967 Volvo 120. 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | 120 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
