1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | S70 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |