1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 30 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 340 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 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
