1981 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C30 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30, 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | C30 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2639 mm |