1979 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1979 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80, 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | S80 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |